EMGAS launches ‘Safe Cylinder, Safe Family' campaign

• EMGAS, ENOC and EPPCO join hands to promote safe usage of LPG cylinders
• Campaign is part of the CSR initiatives by the Group during the Holy Month of Ramadan

Dubai, UAE; July, 2014: Emirates Gas LLC (EMGAS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), has launched its ‘Safe Cylinder, Safe Family’ campaign along with ENOC and Emirates Petroleum Products Company (EPPCO) as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaign during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The ‘Safe Cylinder, Safe Family’ campaign aims to further strengthens awareness on the proper procedures in handling, storing and usage of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) cylinders at home. Specially prepared leaflets that highlight the safe procedures will be distributed to motorists at selected service stations of ENOC and EPPCO during Ramadan. Domestic cylinder users will also be provided with the safety leaflets during the Holy Month.

Zaid Alqufaidi, Managing Director of ENOC Marketing, said: “As a company that cares for the safety and welfare of our customers, we are committed to promoting the best safety practices in LPG cylinder handling. This campaign is a key component of the CSR activities undertaken by EMGAS during the Holy Month of Ramadan, and it contributes to more efficient usage of the cylinders. The focus on the safe usage of LPG will also add to the efforts of Dubai Civil Defence and other government departments that work towards the safety and security of the people.”

Hesham Ali Mustafa, Senior Director of ENOC Gas Marketing, Head of International Business Development & General Manager of EMGAS, said: “As the market leader in the distribution of LPG cylinders, we place the highest emphasis on educating our customers on their safe handling and usage. The awareness initiatives we have undertaken over the years have contributed significantly to reducing fire incidents and promoting awareness among all our stakeholders. It is important to undertake regular safety awareness initiatives to ensure that people are constantly on the vigil regarding gas cylinder handling. We will continue to undertake similar awareness campaigns as part of our CSR commitment.”

As part of the campaign, staff members at ENOC and EPPCO service stations will wear specially designed t-shirts that highlight the message of safe installation, handling and usage of LPG cylinders.

EMGAS will roll out several other CSR initiatives during the Holy Month. Both ENOC and EMGAS are winners of the CSR Label Award from Dubai Chamber for their commitment to corporate social responsibility initiatives.